FROM: RE: DATE: Action Requested. Police Sergeants. Information. Background. other. same. Attachments

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1 TO: FROM: RE: DATE: Civil Service Commission Human Resources Staff Request to Update Job Description for s March 29, 2017 Action Requested Human Resources staff requests the Commission approve the proposed updates to the job description for s. Background Information The current job description for s has remained substantially unrevised since Anticipating promotional testing for this position to occur in upcoming months, the Urbana Police Department, as the Appointing Authority for this position, respectfully requests changes to be made as noted on the attached job description. In particular: Modify the minimum experience requirement to recognize law enforcement experience gained in other departments. Currently, officers must have three (3) years of experience at the Urbana Police Department (UPD) to qualify for consideration n. In recent years, however, a combination of factors has resulted in the UPD hiring a number off highly experienced officers as lateral transfers. Recognizing this experience will enhance the number of, UPD Command Staff recommending updating the requirement to three years of sworn law enforcement experience and successful completion of probation in the Urbanaa Police Department. The knowledge requirement of departmental policies, rules and regulations would remain the same. Attachments Job description for

CITY OF URBANA Human Resources Division POLICE SERGEANT Department: Police Division: Operations Work Location: Urbana City Building Percent Time: 100% Job Type: Civil Service FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

2 CITY OF URBANA Human Resources Division POLICE SERGEANT Department: Police Division: Operations Work Location: Urbana City Building Percent Time: 100% Job Type: Civil Service FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Police Lieutenant Union: FOP JOB SUMMARY Supervises patrol and traffic regulatory activities and administrative assignments; performs patrol and investigative duties; ensures public safety by enforcing criminal and traffic laws in the City of Urbana; reviews Police Officers' work through oral and written reports, discussions on major patrol and administrative requirements and observation of results. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Plans, assigns, and approves work of Police Officers on shift; instructs in methods or procedures; responsible for initiating disciplinary actions; accountable for work of Police Officers; handles complaints and suggestions. Inspects equipment and appearance of subordinates on an assigned shift; conducts shift briefing; reviews completed reports; patrols city and checks on work assignments; provides advice and assistance as required. Assists in the training of police personnel on an assigned shift or within the police training program; performs administrative assignments for the departmental superior. Makes selective assignments and performs preliminary investigation work; investigates special complaints and criminal cases; interviews witness and interrogates suspects; interrogates prisoners charged with crimes; takes statements; testifies as a witness in court. Performs station work on limited assignment in the absence of the superior; supervises shift work assignments; receives and directs the handling of complaints; provides public information on varied police and nuisance matters; keeps records and prepares shift reports. Supervises work and books prisoners; prepares arrest reports; records data on lost or stolen goods; receives and controls money and property. Evaluates recruits monthly and Police Officers in accordance with Departmental Policy and standard operating procedures. Handles citizen complaints and monitors investigation of complaints against subordinates in accordance with standard operating procedures. Monitors and directs work of shift Record Clerks Police Services Representatives.

3 Supervises and assists in processing photographs and latent finger print development taken at scene of crime. Attends staff and committee meetings as assigned. Evaluates special events, including parades, demonstrations, sporting events, school events and races; attends planning meetings to assist organizers of events. Performs shift functions of Police Lieutenant when Police Lieutenant is absent. Performs duties of Police Officer when short staffed. May be assigned as Criminal Investigationsve Division (C.I.D.) Supervisor (C.I.S.). Additional Essential Functions may include: o Assigning and supervising cases. o Tracking major criminal trends and intelligence files. o Processing documentation of arrests and tickets; Distributing subpoenas and arrest warrants. o Coordinating Crime Stoppers Program. o Responding to calls regarding cases in progress. o May be assigned as Case Management Supervisor. o Performs other related duties and projects as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Education & Experience Knowledge typically acquired through completion of an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice Law Enforcement oor related course work, and three years of Police Officer sworn law enforcement experience, with the City of Urbana and successful completion of probation in the Urbana Police Department. Knowledge of: Controlling Federalfederal, Statestate, and Municipal municipal laws and ordinances respecting arrest, admissible evidence, and prosecution of persons. Geography of the general area and road network. Modern police practices, methods and procedures employed in field patrol and criminal investigation work. Principles of accident investigation and of the techniques of interrogation and of criminal investigation. First aid. Court system. Departmental policies, rules and regulations. Page 2 of 5

4 Ability to: Safely and properly operate and monitor equipment such as fire arms, PR-24 (night stick), Cap Stun (chemical irritant), hand cuffs, electronic restraint device, blood-borne pathogen kit, knife, forced entry tools, cameras, latent finger printing development equipment, handheld radar units, portable hand-held radio, pager, car phone, Mobile Data Terminal, computer, basic office equipment, squad car and other equipment as assigned. Cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others. Analyze situations quickly and objectively, and to take emergency courses of action. Write and speak effectively. Develop skill in the use and care of firearms and other equipment used by police. Effectively interact with others in a diverse community; skills in areas such as Personal Relations, Psychology, and Sociology. Plan, assign, supervise, and evaluate work of subordinates. Conduct training and to demonstrate the effective use of equipment and apparatus, and to prepare operational work records and reports. Knowledge of first aid. Knowledge of court system. Knowledge of departmental policies, rules and regulations. Knowledge typically acquired through completion of an Associate's degree in Law Enforcement or related course work and three years of Police Officer experience with the City of Urbana. RESPONSIBLE FOR: RESPONSIBILITY: Preventing crimes. Supervising the patrol and traffic regulatory activities and administrative assignments of shift Police Officers; responsible for directing and monitoring shift Record Clerks Police Service Representatives. Ensuring the safety and well-being of Police Officers as well as the general public. Routine maintenance of equipment and vehicle. Safe utilization of City vehicles and property. As C.I.SD. Sergeant, may be responsible for the Crime Stopper's Program. May be responsible for processing pay roll and writing pay roll reports. CONTACTS - INTERNAL/EXTERNAL: Page 3 of 5

5 Daily contact with general public, businesses, other City Departments, and other law enforcement agencies. Daily contact with the State's Attorney s Office, the Public Defender's Office, defense attorneys, prosecutors, judges, social service providers, medical personnel, and the media. Daily contact with METCAD, victims, suspects, informants, and criminals. Weekly contact with the Department of Children and Family Services, Mental Health providers, the Circuit Clerk's Office, private investigators, and the Probation Office. Monthly contact with the Coroner's Office and the Champaign County Humane Society. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Principle work location is out-of-doors, with possibility of exposure to inclement weather. Handles stressful situations. Works in and about the hazards of traffic. Exposed to a variety of situations that could cause severe injury or fatality, such as violence, disease, blood and other bodily fluids, fire-arms, and speed-related traffic accidents. May work second or third shift. May work holidays and weekends. On call for emergency situations. SPECIAL EFFORT REQUIRED: Physical: Weight in proportion to height. No physical disability or limitations (including vision) which would prohibit the performance of assigned duties. Minimum age of not less than 21 years at time of appointment. Must possess a valid State of Illinois Class D driver's license. Must possess a Police Training Institute Certificate of basic training. Must pass bi-annual Firearm Certification Testing. May be required to seek certification in the use of PR-24 (night stick), electronic restraint device, cap-stun (chemical irritant), rifle, sniper, breathalizerbreathalyzer equipment, and/or Law Enforcement Agency Data System (L.E.A.D.S.) operation. Must be a United States citizen. Must successfully complete a six (6) month probationary period. Works with confidential information. The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Page 4 of 5

6 The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Class Specification History Revised minimum qualifications: 3/29/2017 General revision: 11/1993 For HR/Finance Use Title Code 042 Pay Grade 02 EEO Category 4 Protective Service Page 5 of 5

CITY OF TAFT. Works under the general supervision of the Police Chief or his/her designee.

CITY OF TAFT. Works under the general supervision of the Police Chief or his/her designee. CITY OF TAFT CLASS TITLE: BASIC FUNCTIONS: POLICE SERGEANT SALARY RANGE 54.2 $2,415 $2,936 Bi-Weekly Performs a variety of routine and complex public safety work in the performance and administration of